Four suspects aged between 16 and 19 were arrested in less than two hours after they brutally murdered a 79-year-old farmer and injured his wife. The suspects fled with three firearms and his vehicle in Grootvlei next to Balfour yesterday morning, Sunday, 30 July 2023 at about 08:30.
It is alleged that the deceased was attacked by four suspects outside his house. They allegedly forced him back into the house where they demanded money and firearms.
It is further reported that the suspects assaulted both victims, the husband and wife. The deceased was injured with an unknown object on his face and as a result, he succumbed to his injuries. He was certified dead on the scene by medical personnel. The wife was then taken to the hospital for medical treatment.
The house was ransacked and the suspects managed to make off with an undisclosed amount of cash, a .22 pistol, 38 special revolver, a shotgun, and the couple's Renault Kwid.
Police were immediately informed after the suspects…
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